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PATA and ICCA Forge Partnership to Boost Business Travel and Sustainability in Asia Pacific
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their collaboration in promoting responsible and sustainable growth within the travel and tourism industry, both regionally and globally.
Tourism Shizuoka Japan Highlights Local Delicacies and Experiences to be enjoyed this Winter
Located one hour away by bullet train from Tokyo, the prefecture of Shizuoka boasts an array of seasonal delicacies during the autumn and winter months. Below Tourism Shizuoka Japan highlights some hands-on foodie experiences that can be enjoyed over this period, including kiwi and mandarin picking and oyster farming.
The Spanish Tourist Office has announced key news for 2024 and the end of 2023.
From January up until the end of September 2023, Spain received 66.5 million international arrivals, up 18.8% year-on-year, and 0.6% below pre-pandemic levels in 2019.
Cayman Islands - what’s new and happening in 2024
News from the islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman
Phocuswright 2023: Tech start-ups come under spotlight with Innovation: Launch
As the Phocuswright Conference kicks off this week, Phocuswright has revealed which companies are about to unveil their ground-breaking tech innovations at its Innovation: Launch competition.
Phocuswright 2023: Phocuswright warns PMS must be redefined to survive new era of travel
Phocuswright, the leading global travel industry research authority and producer of the annual Phocuswright Conference, has urged the hospitality industry to rethink the traditional property management systems.
Phocuswright 2023: Phocuswright predicts $1.4 trillion in travel bookings for 2023
Phocuswright research projects $1.4 trillion in global travel gross bookings in 2023, just four per cent below 2019 levels. The United States travel market grew to $422 billion in 2022, becoming the first major travel market globally to surpass its 2019 size.
Ski Whizz! There’s snowfall in the Alps and 10% off ski flights too
There is ‘snow’ better time to take off to the slopes, as the first major snowfall of the season has hit the Alps, and Jet2.com is offering 10% off all ski flights for this winter too.
Disney Theme Parks Escaping Economic Aftermath
Disney executives express confidence in their theme parks segment and refute concerns about an economic deceleration.
UNWTO CELEBRATES QATAR TOURISM AWARDS TO RECOGNIZE EXCELLENCE IN THE SECTOR
UNWTO has joined Qatar Tourism to recognize the individuals and businesses leading the way in building a better sector in the country.
TOURISM’S IMPORTANCE FOR GROWTH HIGHLIGHTED IN WORLD ECONOMIC OUTLOOK REPORT
Tourism has again been identified as a key driver of economic recovery and growth in a new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). With UNWTO data pointing to a return to 95% of pre-pandemic tourist numbers by the end of the year in the best case scenario, the IMF report outlines the positive impact the sector’s rapid recovery will have on certain economies worldwide.
Val Thorens in Les 3 Vallées Set to Open Early Due to Excellent Early Snow Fall With Passes Just €20
The Association Les 3 Vallées announces today that, due to negative temperatures and significant early snowfall, Val Thorens will be open a week early with some select slopes skiable from November 18, 2023.